Equally Safe: Scotland's strategy for preventing and
eradicating violence against women and girls

'There is one universal truth, applicable to all countries,
cultures and communities: violence against women is never
acceptable, never excusable, never tolerable.'

United Nations Secretary-General, Ban Ki-Moon

Vision

A strong and flourishing Scotland where all individuals are
equally safe and respected, and where women and girls live free
from all forms of violence and abuse – and the attitudes
that help perpetuate it

Aim of Equally Safe

To work collaboratively with key partners in the public,
private and third sectors to prevent and eradicate all forms of
violence against women and girls

Priorities

Scottish society embraces equality and mutual respect, and
rejects all forms of violence against women and girls